Counseling Corner: Test Time

Counseling Corner: Test Time

Posted on 03/27/2017

With MCAS testing around the corner, it is a good time to think about how we can help our students prepare for the emotional roller coaster ride that can come with testing. All students can experience some level of anxiety during testing, which is often a motivator for most. However, if the stress becomes too great, students may struggle with the fear of failure, affecting their overall performance. Here are some things for students to consider in hopes of reducing stress and anxiety while increasing overall performance:

Maintain a positive mindset about the test

Exercise the night before to prime the brain for testing

Get a good night’s sleep

Eat a protein packed breakfast

Show up to school on time or early so that you don’t feel rushed before the test